Describe the hormone changes which lead to ovulation.

Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted from the pituitary gland stimulates egg maturation and oestrogen secretion from the ovaries. Oestrogen in turn inhibits FSH release and stimulates luteinising hormone (LH) secretion from the pituitary gland. An LH peak leads to the mature egg being released from the ovary in a process known as ovulation.

Answered by Tutor63102 D. Biology tutor

3919 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Explain how increased blood flow to an athletes muscles helps them to run


If populations of species become isolated, new species are more likely to develop. Explain why. (2 marks)


What is the difference between a bacteria and a virus?


What are the X and Y chromosomes?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences